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La Gomera travel advice
Explore our complete guide to La Gomera with the latest travel advice for travellers and holidaymakers including official updates and local travel tips for La Gomera.
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La Gomera travel guide - essential info
Below is a beginner's guide to La Gomera with essential travel facts such as dominant language spoken, typical flight time from the UK and the local currency. You can also check whether visas are required and what plug adapter you need to pack.
| La Gomera - quick facts | |
|---|---|
| Flight time✝ | 9 hours |
| Time difference | UK +0 hours |
| Language(s) | Spanish |
| Currency | Euro |
| Electricity | C plug (230V) |
| Driving side | Right |
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✝ = Typical flight time from the UK.
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La Gomera weather
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| Maximum daytime temperature °C |  19 |
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| Days with some rainfall |  4 |
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| Sea temperature °C |  20 |
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The La Gomera weather guide shows long term monthly averages for San Sebastian de la Gomera.
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La Gomera travel advice
Check the latest travel advice on visiting La Gomera from official government sources (in english) from around the world including entry requirements and travel restrictions.
- UK traveller advice for La Gomera - UK FCDO
- Irish traveller advice for La Gomera - Department of Foreign Affairs, Ireland
- Canadian travel advice for La Gomera - Government of Canada
- US travel advisories for La Gomera - US Department of State
- Safe travel advisories for La Gomera - Ministry of Foreign Affairs, New Zealand
- Smarter traveller advice for La Gomera - Department of Foreign Affairs, Australia
Learn more about the current safety and security risks from terrorism, natural disasters and more. Read about the local laws and customs to consider when travelling around La Gomera.
Note: UK FCDO - UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office
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La Gomera travel health
Find out more about staying safe when travelling to La Gomera with the latest guidance on required vaccinations and recommended medication to take with you.
- Vaccines & medicines for La Gomera - CDC
- Health & vaccinations for La Gomera - TravelHealthPro, NaTHNac
- How to stay safe & healthy in La Gomera - Fit for Travel, Public Health Scotland
Check out the general travel tips for staying safe and healthy in La Gomera, risks of preventable diseases and what to pack.
Note: CDC - Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
La Gomera covid live updates
Check the latest live updates on Covid-19 in La Gomera with the vaccination requirements, current available statistics and up-to-date travel advice from government agencies.
- Travellers' health for La Gomera - Ministry of Health, Spain
- Coronavirus timeline in La Gomera - Our World in Data
- Latest info on travel to La Gomera - Canary Islands Tourism
La Gomera travel features
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La Gomera FAQs
Read our frequently asked questions about travelling to La Gomera including the current entry restrictions, covid rules, driving side, electrical plugs used and much more.
Do I need to quarantine in the UK if I travel from Spain?
You do not need to quarantine on arrival in the UK from Spain. The UK no longer requires a passenger locator form, Covid-19 test or proof of vaccination.
What is the flight time to La Gomera from the UK?
The flight time to La Gomera from the UK is typically 9 hours.
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What is the time difference between La Gomera and the UK?
The time difference between La Gomera and the UK is UK time+0 hours.
What is the main language spoken in La Gomera?
The main language spoken in La Gomera is Spanish.
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What is the currency in La Gomera?
The currency in La Gomera is the Euro (EUR).
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Which plugs are used in La Gomera?
La Gomera uses electrical plug type C (230 Volts).
Which side of the road do they drive on in La Gomera?
They drive on the right side of the road in La Gomera.
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